PRODUCTS EDITOR’S CHOICE DC-DC CONVERTERS AT A REDUCED COST
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the lower cost iFB series of 557 to 600W rated DC- DC converters. Packaged in the industry standard full-brick form factor, the iFB models offer high useable power and a robust design suitable for the demands of distributed power architectures. Applications include a variety of data communications, telecommunications, and test and measurement equipment.
The PCB mount iFB DC-DC converters have the industry standard full-brick footprint, measuring 116.84 x 60.96 x 13.21mm. The integral baseplate allows operation of the 12V model at 500W in an ambient temperature of 52°C, with just 2m/s airflow. The use of an external heatsink or cold-plate will further extend the thermal performance. With efficiencies of up to 94%, internal power losses are reduced, ensuring reliable operation. Two output voltages are
available, both suitable for driving Point of Load converters. The 12V 50A has a wide 7.2V to 13.2V adjustment range, and the 9.6V 58A version can be set between 5.76V and 10.56V. Both models accept a 36 t0 75Vdc input.
www.uk.tdk-lambda.com/ifb
TEST SYSTEM WINS CAT-M1 TEST GCF CERTIFICATION
The LTE-Advanced RF Conformance Test System ME7873LA, from Anritsu, has won the first GCF certification for the Cat-M1 RF Conformance Test as part of IoT communications technology. This certification is said to give Anritsu the world lead in GCF-certified test cases. Many network operators have announced introduction of Cat- M1 and NB-IoT technologies, for use by mobile networks supporting the growth of the IoT. These technologies are based on the LTE standards in 3GPP Release 13 defining the IoT Low Power Wide Area (LPWA) network technology supporting
communications at low power over wide coverage areas. Large North American network operators are starting to deploy Cat-M1 from this April and further introductions in Japan, Europe and North America are expected during 2017. In addition, NB-IoT is announced for services in Europe, China and South Korea. For the future, these IoT
communications technologies are expected to see active adoption in various fields, including smart meters, lighting, freight tracking, vending machines, health care appliances, and many more.
www.anritsu.com
LATEST ADR FIRMWARE NOW AVAILABLE
u-blox, a company involved with wireless and positioning modules and chips, has announced the availability of its latest Automotive Dead Reckoning (ADR) firmware providing leading performance in navigation, Telematics, eCall and V2X applications for both OEM and after-market applications. Firmware ADR4.10 offers real-time, low latency positioning at up to 30 Hz using a combination of multi-GNSS, inertial sensor and vehicle speed data. This release also offers
simplified installation, improved accuracy in the most urban environments and new messages for eCall. ADR4.10 is available now to
OEMs using u-blox M8030-Kx- DR professional and automotive grade chips. By the end of May 2017, it will also be available on NEO-M8L ADR modules, including the new automotive grade NEO-M8L-02A. u-blox ADR products are backed by specialist support at local and regional centres.
www.u-blox.com
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